Maple Black Pepper Pork Chops

INGREDIENTS

• 2 bone-in, thick cut pork chops (about 1-inch thick)
• 1 tablespoon olive oil
• 3/4 teaspoon whole black peppercorns, crushed
• 1 teaspoon kosher salt
• 1 medium shallot, minced
• 1 tablespoon fresh thyme leaves
• 2 1/2 tablespoons cider vinegar
• 1/4 cup maple syrup (Grade B or Dark Amber)